Zwischensaison

off-season, shoulder season

noun TSVI-shen-zeh-zong Rare

Origin: from French saison

Usage Note

Zwischensaison describes the transitional period between high seasons — typically spring and autumn for tourism. Hotels and attractions often offer reduced prices in der Zwischensaison. It captures the gap between Hochsaison (peak season) and Nebensaison (low season).

Examples

"Wer in der Zwischensaison reist, zahlt weniger und trifft auf weniger Touristen."

Natural Translation

Those who travel in the shoulder season pay less and encounter fewer tourists.

Literal Translation

Whoever travels in the between-season, pays less and meets fewer tourists.

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